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The DMV promised more hours, shorter lines. Patterson says it failed

Jun 12, 2018

Assemblyman Jim Patterson said the DMV promised to increase operating hours including Saturdays, and less crowding and waiting for customers. Despite an increased budget to accomplish that, Patterson says the DMV has failed to deliver its promises.

The chief says a double-homicide on Monday has not changed the fact that the housing complex is safer than it has been in the past. Better communication with property management, and an increase in police presence, has helped reduce crime, he says.

A hearse delivered the body of Capt. Brian Hughes of the Arrowhead Interagency Hotshots Thursday afternoon. Hughes died Sunday fighting the Ferguson Fire. A memorial service will be held at the Fresno Convention Center Saturday.

New mothers need support to successfully breastfeed and Sara Sherwood, a Fresno mom who got help from Saint Agnes Medical Center lactating consultants, says mothers should not be afraid to ask for help.